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People knocking on wood is a superstitious act. People think that they say something bad and then knock on wood, it will not happen to them.
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Why do people say knock on wood?
Because it's good luck.
Ladybirds lucky. Do ladybirds ladybugs bring luck?
It is believed that ladybugs do bring good luck to people.
Do monkeys bring good or bad luck?
Monkey bring bad luck not good luck.
How do four leaf clovers help you?
It is used to bring good luck to people when they find one.
What is a good luck cham?
People wear good luck charms like rabbits feet because they believe that they bring them good fortune.
Where did the phrase knock on wood come from?
The phrase 'knock on wood' is believed to be Germanic in origin. In history it was believed that tiny but lucky creatures lived in the wood. Knocking on the wood would bring them out to gran you good luck.
How does a diamond bring luck to people?
It does not bring luck to anyone. I believe its just a myth that people believe in. A diamond can bring happiness but i doubt it can bring any luck.
Does a robin nexting above your front door bring good luck?
i know but some people say yes but i don't belive in good luck or bad luck.
How did the tradition of kissing under the missletoe develop?
it is said that when you kiss under the mistletoe it may bring good luck. people recognized mistletoe as good luck.
Do huskys bring good luck?
No. Huskies don't bring good luck because they are a dog. A normal dog.tehe tada
How do you wish good luck to someone in England?
You just say "Good Luck" But at a wedding people throw rice and little paper horseshoes over the couple for good luck. And we nail a horseshoe to the door of the house to bring ourselves good luck.
Which plant is hung over doors to bring good luck?
Mistletoe is often hung over doors to bring good luck.
